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Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary
540 FM 149 West, Anderson, TX, 77830
Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary is a new construction project at 540 FM 149 West, Anderson, in Grimes County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Aug 2027. The project has an estimated value of $38.0M across about 89,850 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $38.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 89,850 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $423/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 8mo
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20 days after the preceding date shown.
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12 days after the preceding date shown.
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595 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary
Anderson-Shiro CISD is constructing a new 89,850 sq ft elementary school at 540 FM 149 West in Anderson, TX 77830. The project, filed as Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary, represents a significant expansion of the district’s educational infrastructure in Grimes County. With an estimated cost of $38,000,000, this new construction effort is the largest recent filing of its type in the area, reflecting a major investment in local public education.
The district engaged GLS as the design firm of record for this build. Phillip Bertram Chapman is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the project. The TDLR record indicates that plan review was completed in January 2026, clearing the path for physical construction to begin. The filing status is Review Complete, confirming that the regulatory hurdles for starting work have been addressed.
Project Scope and Financials
The construction scope is defined as the build of a new elementary school totaling 89,850 square feet. At an estimated cost of $38,000,000, the project averages $423 per square foot. This cost per square foot is above the county median of $120 for similar new construction filings. The total estimated cost is also above the county median of $1,167,240, placing this project in the top quarter of recent Grimes County filings by value.
Construction is scheduled to start in January 2026 and is scheduled to finish in August 2027. This build window spans 607 days, which is longer than the county median scheduled build window of 243 days. The extended timeline aligns with the complexity and scale of a new 90,000-square-foot facility.
Anderson-Shiro CISD has one other TDLR-registered project on record, the Current Elementary/Future Jr. High, which is closed. GLS, the design firm, has six other registered projects in the state, including the Wills Point Jr. High & High School CTE facility. The project involves public funds and public land, underscoring its role in the local community’s infrastructure. The area’s median household income is estimated at $100,542 by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary is a New Construction project located at 540 FM 149 West, Anderson, TX 77830 in Anderson, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $38.0M covering 89,850 sq ft. Anderson-Shiro CISD is the property owner and GLS is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on December 12, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the school open?
The TDLR record indicates construction is scheduled to finish in August 2027. The filing does not state that the business is open or operating, only that construction is underway or planned to start in January 2026.
Who is the design firm?
GLS is the design firm of record for the Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary project in Anderson, Texas.
What is the estimated cost?
The estimated cost for the new 89,850 sq ft elementary school is $38,000,000.
When does construction end?
Construction is scheduled to finish in August 2027, following a start date of January 2026.
What is Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary?
Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary is a new construction project at 540 FM 149 West in Anderson, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construction of new 89,850 SF elementary school
Is Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary open in Anderson?
Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary is still under construction in Anderson, TX, with an estimated completion of Aug 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary located?
Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary is located at 540 FM 149 West, Anderson, TX, 77830, in Grimes County.
Who is the owner or developer of Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary?
Anderson-Shiro CISD is the property owner/developer of record for Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary?
GLS is the design firm of record for Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary cost and how big is it?
Anderson-Shiro CISD New Elementary has an estimated construction value of $38.0M and approximately 89,850 square feet (about $423/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construction of new 89,850 SF elementary school
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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540 FM 149 West, Anderson, TX, 77830
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